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Marlen Beltran woke up to the sound of a screaming horse on July 10. Her barn was on fire, where five horses and a dog that were inside died. A baby horse outside the barn survived and is recovering from serious burns.

The Valencia County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the fire as a possible arson including extreme animal cruelty.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Animal Protection of New Mexico Hotline at 877-548-6263. Calls are confidential and callers can remain anonymous.